Carmel Bay View Inn

2.5 star property

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Balcony
Blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Free daily continental breakfast
Seasonal outdoor pool
Lobby

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$432
includes taxes & fees
16 June - 17 June

Explore the area

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Junipero Street Between 5th And 6th St, Carmel, CA, 93921
  • Place, Carmel Plaza
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, 17-Mile Drive
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Carmel Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(115 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(61 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(315 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Carmel

Carmel Bay View Inn places you steps from Carmel Plaza and within a 15-minute stroll of Carmel Beach. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast, free self-parking and a 24-hour business centre. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and concierge services. Additionally, you'll find a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Downtown Carmel hotel include Fisherman's Wharf and Cannery Row.

What's nearby

  • Carmel Plaza - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Doud Arcade - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sunset Center - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • 17-Mile Drive - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Carmel Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 18 min drive
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carmel Bakery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chez Noir - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Vesuvio - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪A.W. Shucks Cocktail & Oyster Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Alvarado Street Brewery & Bistro - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Carmel Bay View Inn

Public spaces have free WiFi. There's an onsite 24-hour business centre. Free breakfast is available daily. A seasonal outdoor pool, a vending machine, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at Carmel Bay View Inn. Self parking is free.

This Carmel hotel is smoke free.

  • 59 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Carmel Bay View Inn offers 59 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Vibrating pillow alarm
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 5 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Air conditioning is not provided
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. Air conditioning is not provided. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 01 March and close on 31 October.

Property is also known as

Carmel Bay View Inn
Carmel Bay View Inn Hotel
Carmel Bay View
Carmel Bay View Inn Carmel
Carmel Bay View Inn Hotel Carmel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Carmel Bay View Inn?

Carmel Bay View Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Carmel Bay View Inn?

As of 15 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carmel Bay View Inn on 16 Jun 2026 start from NZ$432, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Carmel Bay View Inn?

Yep, Carmel Bay View Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Carmel Bay View Inn?

Yep, Carmel Bay View Inn is a short 12-minute walk from Carmel Beach.

Does Carmel Bay View Inn have a pool?

Carmel Bay View Inn has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open from March 01 to October 31.

Does Carmel Bay View Inn serve breakfast?

Yeah, visitors give high marks to the free continental breakfast here! Served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Carmel Bay View Inn?

No, Carmel Bay View Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Carmel Bay View Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Carmel Bay View Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Carmel Bay View Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1199 out of 1697 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 373 out of 1697 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 99 out of 1697 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1697 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1697 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was very nice and the breakfast was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location, lovely spacious room and excellent service.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Greatly enjoyed our stay. Wonderful location!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and location was perfect to walk everywhere.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mireya

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful, economical and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

maureen

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was clean and comfortable and check in staff was delightful. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joanna Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and location was close to all the shops. It was quiet and beds were comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to downtown carmel, literally blocks away from everything to do and visit.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness
very quiet, clean uncomfortable place to stay steps away from restaurants and shops breakfast in the morning very friendly staff highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient and very helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ernest

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location,staff,and clean hotel?
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, clean, beautiful view, lovely, well kept property, nice staff, delicious breakfast, garden seating, and flowers everywhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location was great. Very nice clean hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff,, clean comfy rooms and wonderful location, will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Alda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to shopping and dining. Clean, nice pool, breakfast is simple but not bad
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property was in a great spot. And had great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Clint

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect and very kind staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Randolph

Really liked this place. Great location near Carmel By the Sea and Ocean Ave!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and very friendly staff!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and staff was very helpful and polite.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great experience and front desk was very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, large and close walk to everything in downtown Carmel.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Aravinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and spacious room, good hot water, decent breakfast, friendly staff. The fireplace is a great feature.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tastefully appointed, well maintained, easy transaction, kind staff, full breakfast, peaceful, ample parking, good location and proximate to everything , excellent value.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026